NES are certified installers of electric vehicle charge points. In like manner, we only used trusted manufacturers, with a range of high quality charge points to fit your needs.

NES want to raise awareness of the benefits of having an electric vehicle charging point at home. Especially when you have solar PV panels on your property. You can use your own generated energy to charge your car. This will save you money and time at public charge points.

The UK Market for Electric Vehicle Charge Points

The rate at which the plug-in vehicle market develops in the UK will be determined by a range of factors. Factors like consumer acceptance and oil prices. Although generally speaking these are difficult to predict. Additionally, independent forecasts suggest that hundreds of thousands of plug-in vehicles could be on the road by 2020. Therefore, we need to be equipped to deal with this. We also need to be ready to accommodate an even faster rate of growth should this occur.

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EV’s can meet our needs…

50% of the worldwide population is living in cities

In Europe, over 80% of Europeans drive less than 63 miles in a typical day

In the UK, the average individual journey length is 8.6 miles

23 hours is the average time a car is parked each day

UK target to cut CO2 emissions by at least 80% by 2050

Vehicle Types

Electric vehicle (EV) is the umbrella term for any vehicle that is powered, in part or in full, by a battery. A battery that can be directly plugged into mains electricity. In short, any vehicle that can be plugged in including pure-electric, plug-in hybrid and extended-range electric vehicles. These aren’t to be confused with Hybrid’s.

Pure-Electric Vehicle (Pure-EV) – A vehicle powered solely by a battery charged from mains electricity. Currently, typical pure-electric cars have a range of approximately 100 miles but are improving all the time.

Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) – A vehicle with a plug-in battery and an internal combustion engine (ICE). Typical PHEVs will have a pure-electric range of over 10 miles. After the pure-electric range is utilised, the vehicle reverts to the benefits of full hybrid capability (utilising both battery power and ICE) without range compromise.

Extended-Range Electric Vehicle (E-REV) – A vehicle powered by a battery with an ICE powered generator on board. E-REV’s are like pure-EV’s but with a shorter battery range of around 40 miles. The range is extended by an on-board generator providing many additional miles of mobility. With an E-REV the vehicle is still always electrically driven.

Hybrid – A hybrid vehicle is powered by, either or both, a battery and an ICE. The power source is selected automatically by the vehicle. Considerations include speed and engine load, as well as battery charge level. This battery cannot be plugged in; the charge is maintained by regenerative braking supplemented by ICE generated power. A number of fuels can power hybrid ICE’s, including petrol, diesel, Compressed Natural Gas, Liquid Petroleum Gas and other alternative fuels.

Modes of Charging

There are 4 key modes (as defined in the standard BS EN 61851-1) for the charging of an electric vehicle, as summarised below:

1: Non-dedicated circuit and socket-outlet, charging without cable-incorporated RCD protection. Mode 1 should not be used for the charging of an electric vehicle because RCD protection, which is necessary for a safe charging system, cannot be guaranteed at all outlets.

2: Non-dedicated circuit and socket-outlet. Charging with cable-incorporated RCD protection. Mode 2 can be used for the charging of an electric vehicle in locations where there is no dedicated charging installation (Mode 3 or 4, see below), and for use by legacy vehicles. Mode 2 cables are provided with an in-cable control box (including RCD), set and adjusted to a specific charging power, and guarantee the provision of RCD protection during charging.

3: Fixed and dedicated socket-outlet. Mode 3 can be used for the charging of an electric vehicle and this is the preferred solution in the long term. Mode 3 chargers are defined in 2 configurations, either with a tethered cable or a dedicated socket-outlet.

4: Dedicated rapid charging, DC supply. Mode 4 is a necessary service function for rapid charging, for use as roadside assistance and also service station charging on long journeys.

To summarise, as shown above, an EV charging point is a great investment and should be considered for a domestic or commercial property. NES are happy to give you more infomation and also a free quote, just call us on 0151 372 0305.